Sonic Stories

In this episode, Alfonzo and I sit down and talk about musical awakenings, being inspired by the greats, and the power of grandmothers.

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• Protocol (Live in Japan 1987) by John Scofield
• Bombs over Baghdad by Outkast
• Jump Start - The Master of Melancholy: Root Groove by Wynton Marsalis, Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra

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In this episode, Donovan and I sit down and talk about rallying with friends around music, grief, and reawakening your firelight.

There are a lot of tools for healing. Find what works best for you and build your toolkit for you.

• Huddle Formation by The Go! Team
• The Things that Made You by Dan Romer (Beasts of the Southern Wild Soundtrack)
• Firelight by Hundred Waters

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• Breathless by William Prince
• How Do You Like Me Now by Toby Keith
• These Alone Are Enough by Dan Schutte

In this episode, Henry and I sit down and talk about weddings, fathers, and crescendos.

Be where your feet are.

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• Naima (and the rest of the Giant Steps album for that matter) by John Coltrane
• Soul Vaccination by Tower of Power
• No Ordinary Love by Sade

In this episode, Paul and I talk about what we believe to be profound music, the commonalities of performance in music and sport, and the power of the rhythm section.

Catch Paul at https://www.lifechurchgreenbay.com/.

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• Fernando - ABBA
• Paradise - John Prine
• Ma mere l’oye, M. 62: Petit poucet - Maurice Ravel

From The Front Row: https://fromthefrontrow.org/

Old Oaks Trio: https://www.oldoaksmusic.com/

Bigtooth (website still in progress): https://www.bigtoothbluegrass.com/

In this episode, Claire and I sit down and talk about fathers, grandfathers, and the excitement of performing in front of others.

For the musicians: Practice with a metronome!

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Allan is a writer and producer from Highland Park, Illinois. He attended Ithaca College in New York from 1988 to 1992. He relocated to Los Angeles, California in 1993 to pursue a career in screenwriting. After over ten years of struggle and rejection, Allan broke through with the script THE ONLY LIVING BOY IN NEW YORK in 2004. Since then, he has been working nonstop as a screenwriter and producer. As a script doctor, he’s written on over 40 studio movies and 6 television pilots for every major studio and television network. He’s represented by William Morris Endeavor. Allan’s writing credits include THINGS WE LOST IN THE FIRE (Halle Berry and Benicio Del Toro) 21 (Kevin Spacey and Kate Bosworth) THE SWITCH (Jason Bateman and Jennifer Anniston) WALLSTREET: MONEY NEVER SLEEPS (directed by Oliver Stone) THE DILEMMA (directed by Ron Howard) JUST GO WITH IT (Adam Sandler and Nicole Kidman) ROCK OF AGES (Tom Cruise and Russell Brand) THE SPACE BETWEEN US (Gary Oldman) HERE COMES THE BOOM (Kevin James) COLLATERAL BEAUTY (Will Smith) THE ONLY LIVING BOY IN NEW YORK (Jeff Bridges).

Are You Going With Me? by Pat Metheny (Double Live Album - Travels)

Duk Koo Kim by Sun Kil Moon

Morning Dew - The Grateful Dead (Cornell 5/8/77)

Don't listen to your negative self-talk, follow your creative calling.

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Nick D'Agostino is a filmmaker and educator living in Austin, Texas. Whether it's on a film set or in the classroom, Nick enjoys building community through shared experiences. He enjoys being outdoors and watching movies, but not usually at the same time.

• Fast Car by Tracy Chapman
• Acid Rap by Chance the Rapper
• Neighborhood Bully by Bob Dylan

Go see Barbie and Oppenheimer! Stay tuned for Nick's second film, "Justice", which is about a young lawyer who's taken on the case of a man who's clearly guilty but the lawyer believes he's not.

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Alex Kiser is an Executive Presence Coach and Ph.D. Candidate in Communication Studies at Northwestern University. Her research aims to help individuals and companies use personality assessments more effectively – and more honestly. Alex loves helping others find the right words almost as much as she loves the challenge of learning something new. When she's not working, she likes to spend time outdoors, baking in her kitchen, and dancing pretty much anywhere.

In this conversation, Alex and I sit down and talk about

• Gasolina by Daddy Yankee
• That Funny Feeling by Bo Burnham
• Blue Wave Blues by Charlie Burg

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Alexandra Leatu is the Head Women’s Tennis Coach at Queens University of Charlotte in Charlotte, NC. She strives to develop a team culture that focuses on selflessness, character before performance, discipline and enjoyment of the game all in an open, safe environment for her players. As a former athlete herself at Vanderbilt and Baylor, she was inspired to go into coaching due to her experiences with two male coaches and feeling there were pieces missing to the student athlete experience she should’ve had just because of a lack of understanding of female athletes. She loves the challenge of breaking down walls and rebuilding them up stronger with all of her student athletes, passionate about proving the journey and process of rebuilding is more important than reaching the peak of success. Away from the courts and gym, she loves to go on outdoor adventures with her fiancé Matt, spend quality time with her family and friends, and unwinding after a long day with a of glass red.

In this conversation, Alex and I sit down and talk about long-distance, unshakeable connections, keeping the faith, and getting activated to compete.

• Long Haul by Isn Munsick

• There Was Jesus by Dolly Parton and Zach Williams

• No Excuses by NF

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Robert is a sports performance physical therapist who specializes in helping athletes of all skills and sports return to playing at their highest level following an injury or surgery. As a former college and professional athlete, he understands the demands and the insatiable driving force behind wanting to be the best. In his free time, you can find Robert surfing in Carlsbad, California, eating BBQ and listening to blues in Austin, Texas, cooking in the kitchen, serving up deliciousness to family, friends, and anyone who finds a seat at his table.

In this conversation, Robert and I sit down and talk about the joy and resilience found in Black music, accepting change, and the undeniable greatness of John Mayer.

The Rubberband Man by the Spinners

Stop This Train by John Mayer

Alright by Kendrick Lamar

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Run your marathon at your own pace.